BIODIVERSITY PLAN
A meeting to begin the implementation of the Roundwood Community Action Biodiversity Plan will take place at 7:30pm on Wednesday 9th of April in Roundwood National School. Anyone interested in finding out more information on biodiversity in the area or wishing to get involved in activities to implement the plan are most welcome to attend. A copy of the Roundwood Community Action Biodiversity Plan is available to download here http://www.roundwood.ie/2025/02/roundwood-community-biodiversity-plan-launch/roundwood-village-bap/
SPRING CLEAN
Roundwood Tidy Towns have registered for the National Spring Clean again this year. Saturday the 5th of April is the day designated to spring clean Roundwood village to ensure the village is looking great for the children making their Confirmations in Roundwood the following week. Please meet at Roundwood Parish Hall at 10:30am armed with a shovel, spade, yard brush, wheelbarrow and any such tools that might come in handy.
A limited number of litter pickers, HiVis tops and gloves will be available. Please bring your own if you have them. Families with children are especially welcome. For further information please email info@roundwood.ie or call 086 8055040 or 087 2551579. All help will be most welcome.
BRIDGE RESULTS
Results for Monday, 24th March 2025, 5 table Mitchell. N/S 1st Ger Lenihan and Seamus Kennedy. 2nd Kay Plunkett and John Loscher. 3rd Margaret Byrne and Maura Gaskin. E/W 1st Maria Magee and Rowena Brady. 2nd Phil Power and Brid Clancy. 3rd Pamela Byrne and Clare Salley. Bridge is held in the Roundwood Community Hall every Monday, commencing at 19:30. New players/members welcomed. Contact Seamus Kennedy 087 2452 903
LOTTO
Results of the draw held on March 30th. There was no jackpot winner the numbers drawn were, 6, 13, 19 & 24. There were seven match three winners. L.P.L.N Kenna, Margaret Allen, Anne Pierce, Olive Dal, E & V Byrne, Monica Nolan and Patricia Kavanagh. Next week’s jackpot will be €18,100.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Roundwood Active Retirement Group Next Bingo Sunday 13th April (starting at the later time of 4pm just this one time) Annamoe Community Centre. 2025 membership is now due at €16.
Now taking deposits for our Annual holiday (€200) spaces are limited so first come first served basis. Trip to Ballina County Mayo Monday 29th September to the 3rd ofOct 2025. Staying at the Great National Hotel. Cost €550 per person sharing, and €650 for a single room supplement. This cost includes bus pick up and drop off at Roundwood Parish Hall. Breakfast and dinner. Daily excursions on the luxury coach. Entertainment each night in the hotel. Call Mary at 0876595381 for a booking
BLESSING OF THE GRAVES
Brockagh – Sunday 25th May after 11.30 am Mass, Glendalough – Friday 13th June at 7pm. Roundwood – Friday 20th June at 7 pm
PERSONAL ALARMS
The Roundwood and District Community Council are registered to administer the senior alert scheme which provides grants to elderly people towards the provision of personal alarms through the Senior Alert Scheme. The personal alarm offers reassurance to allow independent living, safe in the knowledge that you can quickly be in contact with a family member or neighbour in the event of an emergency. It provides security and peace of mind. If you would like more information, please call 086 8055040 or email sascontact123@gmail.com
SOCIAL WHIST
Next Whist will take place on Wednesday April 2nd starting at 8.00 pm in the Parish Hall. Come along and enjoy a night of cards with us.
HOLISTIC WELLNESS
Hummingbird Haven Holistic Wellness. A range of holistic treatments available with appointments to suit your schedule. From Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Sound Healing to Breathwork. Are you looking to improve your sleep, reduce stress & anxiety, find relief from headache’s & congestion, deepen your connection & allow yourself to fully rest & recover? Based in the beautiful surrounds of Annamoe I support you in giving yourself “permission to rest “For more information & bookings please contact Sue 087-2750335 www.hummingbirdhaven.ie
CARD GAME
45 Card Game: every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8 pm. Teas served. All are welcome
CANCER SUPPORT
Roundwood Cancer Support office is open every Monday and Friday from ten to twelve o clock for anyone who needs advice or help when dealing with Cancer.
LOCAL NOTES
If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com. Items for the notes must be emailed by Sunday night to be in time for paper. the